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Welcome to Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, a versatile 200-acre venue in Micanopy, Florida, operated by Alachua County. Once known as YMCA Camp McConnell, this space merged community programs with modern event facilities around 2017. Whether you’re planning a conference, wedding, retreat, or summer program, Cuscowilla offers adaptable spaces, comfortable accommodations, and a natural setting just outside Gainesville.
We’ve got you covered with accessible on-site parking, a renovated Nature Center, and a suite of amenities that make planning easy. Secure your seats for your next gathering and rely on our team for dependable, no-fuss service.
Venue highlights include a main meeting hall, a commercial kitchen, cabins with air conditioning, a dedicated camping area, an archery range, a pavilion, a lodge, and the Nature Center. Public amenities feature walking trails, picnic areas, a disc golf course, and a swimming pool. Overnight capacity reaches up to 100 guests across five air-conditioned cabins. The site is ideal for conferences, weddings, reunions, corporate retreats, and community programs such as the annual summer day camp.
Parking is available on-site, with plans noted for solar-powered parking lot lighting. Transit options include bus transportation for specific programs like the summer day camp from Lincoln Middle School. For lodging, consider local hotel options in Micanopy and the Gainesville area for larger groups.
About the Venue
- Address: 210 SE 134 Ave, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Facility features: Main meeting hall, commercial kitchen, cabins, camping area, archery range, pavilion, lodge, Nature Center
- Public amenities: Walking trails, picnic areas, disc golf, swimming pool
- Overnight capacity: 5 air-conditioned cabins, up to 100 guests total
- Parking: On-site parking available
- Transit: Bus service for select programs (e.g., summer day camp from nearby schools)
Nearby Hotels & Dining (Affiliate Recommendations)
- The Micanopy Inn – 17110 SE County Rd 234, Micanopy, FL 32667
- OYO Hotel Micanopy FL I‑75 – 17110 Co Rd 234, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Comfort Suites Gainesville Near University (Gainesville area) – ideal for larger groups
Booking through our trusted affiliate partners helps you secure convenient lodging and dining options close to the venue. If you need tailored recommendations for your group size and dates, we’ve got you covered.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 210 SE 134 Ave, Micanopy, FL 32667. (Official location and contact details listed by Alachua County.)
- Ownership/rename: Former YMCA Camp McConnell; renamed Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center around 2017 and operated by Alachua County.
- Size and facilities: 200-acre property with a main meeting hall, commercial kitchen, cabins, camping area, archery range, pavilion, lodge, and a renovated Nature Center. Public amenities include walking trails, picnic areas, a disc golf course, and a swimming pool.
- Overnight capacity: Five air‑conditioned cabins, each sleeping up to 20 guests (total overnight capacity up to 100).
- Parking: On‑site parking; plans for a solar‑powered parking lot lighting system noted.
- Transit: Bus transportation is provided for the summer day camp program (e.g., from Lincoln Middle School); no dedicated public transit is advertised for general events.
- Notable events hosted: Summer day camp (seven weeks/year) and related programs; events hosted by Friends of Cuscowilla; facility also used for conferences, weddings, reunions and corporate retreats.
- Nearby hotels: The Micanopy Inn (17110 SE County Rd 234, Micanopy, FL 32667) and OYO Hotel Micanopy FL I‑75 (17110 Co Rd 234, Micanopy, FL 32667) plus Gainesville area hotels (e.g., Comfort Suites Gainesville Near University) for larger lodging options.